Starting from the end of Euodia Close, Barron Gorge, this circuit walk takes you to the Glacier Rock Lookout, then loops back to the start via Douglas, Gandal wandun and Smiths tracks. Crossing Stoney Creek multiple times, you’ll also visit Toby’s Lookout along the way. The panoramic view from the Glacier Rock Lookout will let you see almost all over Cairns. As you make your way through the dense rainforest, slow down and observe your surroundings to see how interesting the flora and fauna is. You’ll have a chance to see a cassowary, so keep an eye out for its droppings(feces). Echidnas and parrots reside in the area as well. If the timing is right, you’ll hear the rumble of the train and have the opportunity to catch some good frames. Don’t forget to bring swimmers so you can cool off in Stoney Creek after the hike. Try not to attempt the hike after/during rainfall, and bring hiking poles to relieve significant pressure from your knees. The area may be busy on weekends, so schedule for a weekday to avoid the crowd. Let us begin by acknowledging the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we travel today, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
Before you start any bushwalk ensure you;
• Tell someone you trust where you are going and what to do if you are overdue
• Have adequate equipment, supplies, skills & knowledge for the whole journey
• Consider the impact of weather forecasts, park/track closures & fire dangers
• Can respond to emergencies & call for help at any point
• Are healthy and fit enough for this journey
If not, change plans and stay safe. It is okay to delay and ask people for help.
Turn on to Kamerunga Road, 91 then drive for 3.5 km
Turn right onto Stoney Creek Road and drive for another 330 m
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Stoney Creek Road and drive for another 1.4 km
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Stoney Creek Road and drive for another 420 m
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Stoney Creek Road and drive for another 105 m
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Track Notes
Turn by turn instructions & maps
Getting started From the end of Euodia Close(60 metres southwest of roundabout/intersection with Stoney Creek Road), head towards the metal gate near the “Barron Gorge National Park” sign. Head over/around the gate and follow the trail as it leads you to Stoney Creek. 30 metres after you pass the creek, turn right at the intersection to continue along Glacier Rock Circuit(counterclockwise).....
Turn map
Directions & comments
Start.
After another 120 m turn right.
After another 610 m continue straight, to head along Douglas Track.
After another 820 m come to the viewpoint (20 m on your right).
After another 40 m cross the bridge (about 10 m long)
After another 520 m pass the picnic table (5 m on your right).
After another 315 m (at the intersection of McDonalds Track & Douglas Track) veer left, to head along Douglas Track (a vehicle track).
The starting point of an optional sidetrip. This side trip takes you to the Glacier Rock Lookout, where you can get a much better view over the land. To start this optional side trip turn sharp left here. On returning from this side trip veer left when you get back to this intersection. Details below.
After another 660 m (at the intersection of Douglas Track & Glacier Rock Lookout) continue straight, to head along Douglas Track.
After another 1.9 km (at the intersection of Douglas Track & Gandal wandun) continue straight, to head along Gandal wandun (a walking track).
After another 2.3 km cross the bridge (about 15 m long)
After another 560 m come to the "Toby's lookout" (on your left).
After another 2.8 km (at the intersection of Stoney Creek Road & Smiths track) turn left, to head along Stoney Creek Road (a vehicle track).
After another 460 m (at the intersection of Red Bluff Crescent & Stoney Creek Road) continue straight, to head along Stoney Creek Road.
After another 105 m (at the intersection of Stoney Creek Road & Jagera Close) continue straight, to head along Stoney Creek Road.
After another 55 m turn left.
After another 30 m turn left.
After another 200 m (at the intersection of Stoney Creek Road & Cananga Close) continue straight, to head along Stoney Creek Road.
After another 90 m (at the intersection of Stoney Creek Road & Licuala Close) continue straight, to head along Stoney Creek Road.
After another 95 m turn left.
After another 30 m turn left.
After another 15 m continue straight, to head along Stoney Creek Road.
After another 50 m pass the "Stoney Creek Trailhead" (on your right).
After another 4 m come to the end.
This side trip takes you to the Glacier Rock Lookout, where you can get a much better view over the land.
Turn map
Directions & comments
At the intersection of Glacier Rock Lookout & Douglas Track Start heading along Glacier Rock Lookout (a footpath).
After another 260 m come to "Glacier Rock Lookout".
The end.
Turn around and retrace your steps back the 260 m to the main route.
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Terrain
Know the Hills, grading & facilities
Glacier Rock Circuit
Grading
Class 4/6
Hard track
Length
11.7 km
Time
4 h 30 min to 6 h 30 min
Quality of track
Clear and well formed track or trail (2/6)
Gradient
Very steep (4/6)
Signage
Directional signs along the way (3/6)
Infrastructure
Generally useful facilities (such as fenced cliffs and seats) (2/6)
Experience Required
Moderate level of bushwalking experience recommended (4/6)
Weather
Foretasted & unexpected storms and severe weather may impact on navigation and safety (4/6)
Bushwalk
4 h 30 min to 6 h 30 min
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After another 820 m come to the viewpoint (20 m on your right).
After another 40 m cross the bridge (about 10 m long)
After another 520 m pass the picnic table (5 m on your right).
After another 50 m pass the "Stoney Creek Trailhead" (on your right).
Turn around and retrace your steps back the 260 m to the main route.